Description:
1. Product Overview
- Species: Red Flower Crab (A vibrant, colorful crab known for its sweet, tender meat and delicate flavor)
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Key Characteristics:
- Live & Fresh – Sourced fresh for the highest quality and flavor
- Flavor Profile: Naturally sweet, delicate, and slightly briny, offering a mild yet rich oceanic taste
- Texture: Tender, flaky, and juicy, with a fine, delicate meat texture that melts in your mouth
- Ideal for Diverse Dishes – Great for steaming, boiling, stir-frying, and soups
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Suitable For:
- Steaming: Steam with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce to preserve its delicate sweetness and flavor
- Boiling: Add to broths or seafood stocks to enhance the flavor of your soup or stew
- Stir-Frying: Stir-fry with chili, garlic, and fresh herbs for a spicy seafood dish
- Crab Cakes: Use the tender crab meat to create delicious crab cakes or crab patties
- Seafood Soups & Stews: Ideal for seafood soups, curries, and stews
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Not Suitable For:
- Raw consumption, as the crab is best enjoyed cooked
- Grilling, as it may dry out and lose its delicate texture when exposed to direct heat for too long
2. Why Choose Live Red Flower Crab?
✔ Delicate, Sweet Flavor – A mild, oceanic flavor that’s sweet without being overpowering.
✔ Tender, Flaky Texture – Soft, flaky meat that’s perfect for various cooking methods.
✔ Fresh & Sustainable – Harvested fresh from clean, pristine waters to ensure top-quality crabs.
3. Handling & Preparation Tips
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Storage & Cleaning:
- Keep live Red Flower Crabs in a cool, moist environment until ready to cook.
- Refrigerate at 0–4°C if not used immediately.
- Rinse thoroughly to remove any sand or debris before cooking.
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Cooking Methods:
- Steaming: Steam with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce for 8–10 minutes to retain the crab's natural sweetness.
- Boiling: Add to seafood broth or stock and boil for about 10–12 minutes until the shells open and the meat is fully cooked.
- Stir-Frying: Stir-fry with garlic, chili, and herbs for a quick and flavorful dish.
- Crab Cakes: Use the delicate crab meat in crab cakes, binding it with breadcrumbs, herbs, and a touch of mayonnaise.
- Soups & Stews: Add to soups or stews for about 15–20 minutes to infuse the flavors into the broth.
🚫 Avoid:
- Raw consumption, as the crab should always be cooked to enjoy its full flavor and texture.
- Grilling, as grilling can cause the meat to dry out and lose its delicate texture.
✅ Key Takeaways:
- Delicate, sweet flavor and tender, flaky texture make this crab perfect for steaming, boiling, and soups.
- Sustainably sourced, ensuring fresh, high-quality crabs.
- Not suitable for raw consumption, always best cooked for optimal flavor and safety.
